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Southmere Primary Academy Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Southmere Primary Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Bradford , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 375 pupils, and a capacity of 405 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

375

Pupils

405

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Southmere Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Southmere Primary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Bradford. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 93% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Bradford before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Southmere Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Ewart Street, Bradford, BD7 3NR
Local authority
Bradford
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
50.8% of pupils
DfE URN
146798

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Frequently Asked Questions — Southmere Primary Academy

Is Southmere Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Southmere Primary Academy is operating close to its capacity of 405 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Southmere Primary Academy?

Admission to Southmere Primary Academy is managed by Bradford. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Southmere Primary Academy cover?

Southmere Primary Academy is a primary school in Bradford, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Southmere Primary Academy?

Southmere Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.